A&T Announcements - Dec. 19, 2022

Student Center Schedule Change

This is to inform you that due to the steam line being taken offline next week, the Student Center will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. beginning Monday, Dec. 19 through Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022.
   
We will be closed Friday, Dec. 23, 2022 through Monday, Jan. 2, 2023. Below you will find the current re-opening schedule beginning Jan. 3, 2023:
   
   Tuesday, Jan. 3 – Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
   
   Will resume normal schedule Friday, Jan. 6, 2023 as follows:

   Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. to 1 a.m.
   Saturday: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
   Sunday: noon to 8 p.m.
   Administrative hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Winter Break Schedules for Student Center, Campus Recreation Center and Corbett Pool

The Winter Break schedule is as follows:

   Student Center

   Monday, Dec. 19 – Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

       *Closed Dec. 23, 2022 – Jan. 2, 2023

   Tuesday, Jan. 3 – Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

   We will resume normal schedule Friday, Jan. 6, 2023 as follows:

       Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. to 1 a.m.

       Saturday: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

       Sunday: noon to 8 p.m.

       Administrative hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

   Campus Recreation Center & Corbett Pool

      Currently closed for maintenance and upgrades through Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023.

      Will resume normal schedule Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 as follows:

**SC, CRC & Pool schedules subject to change with notice

Federal Work Study Supervisor Informational Virtual Meetings 

Are you an N.C. A&T faculty or staff member and are interested in becoming a Work-Study supervisor? If so, please join the N.C. A&T Financial Aid Team during one of the virtual Work-Study informational meetings.

What is Work-Study? Federal Work-Study provides part-time jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study.

The N.C. A&T Financial Aid Team is excited to grow the Work-Study employment and student experience across the campus.

Call for Nominations for Human Rights Medal Nomination Deadline – Dec. 12

The North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University University Awards and Convocation Planning Committee is currently soliciting nominations for the university's 2023 Human Rights Medal. The medal is given in honor of the extraordinary action against social injustice by four N.C. A&T freshmen – Ezell Blair Jr. (Jibreel Khazan), Franklin Eugene McCain, Joseph Alfred McNeil and David Richmond Jr. – on February 1, 1960.

Criteria and Eligibility

The award is presented to an individual who has made substantial and long-term contributions in furtherance of civil rights, civil liberties, and/or human rights. A "substantial" contribution is considered to be: a) one demonstrating a level of dedication or achievement beyond that expected in the normal course of an individual's work or b) one that significantly empowers marginalized individuals or a community. 

Candidates for this award must be citizens of the United States and may be locally, nationally or internationally recognized. Nominees for the N.C. A&T Human Rights Medal will be evaluated according to the need fulfilled, actions demonstrated by the individual, and the scope of his or her contribution within the community.

The deadline for nominations is Monday, Dec. 12.

Aggie Source Food Pantry/Aggie Rack

The Aggie Source Food Pantry and Rack is available to all currently enrolled students by appointments during regular operating hours. We offer food, feminine products at the pantry and professional wear at the professional clothing at the Rack. If you have any questions or would like further assistance, or information on drop-off please call 336.285.4453 or email us at aggiesource@ncat.edu.
   
   Hours of Operation:
   1 - 5 p.m. (Monday and Tuesday)
   10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Wednesday and Thursday)

The mission of the Aggie Source Food Pantry is to support individuals by alleviating the stress associated with short-term food insecurity and other financial constraints, through the collection of non-perishable and shelf-stable food items. Apply today on 1891Connect!
   
The Aggie Source food pantry is located at 205 Nocho Street, Suite 115 (the old Sebastian Health Building). We are open to currently registered students during regular hours of operation. 

Volunteers Needed for Research Study – Ongoing until Oct. 2023

We would like to invite you to participate in a research study to provide your preferences for data collection and sharing practices of healthcare IoT devices. We are looking for adults (18 years of age and older) who currently live in the United States to complete a 15-20 minute survey. This research study seeks to understand individuals' preferences for healthcare IoT data collection and sharing practices. Our research team hopes to provide insight to system designers and manufacturers to improve the design and implementation of data collection and sharing practices of healthcare IoT devices.

Suicide Prevention and Resources

Counseling Services is here to help. We are located in Murphy Hall Suite 109 and can be reached at 336-334-7727 for free and confidential services.

Additional resources:

   Call 911
   Report to your nearest ER
   Dial 988 for Suicide & Crisis Hotline
   Call Counseling Services
   Download Togetherall App
   Download myssp app
   Download OASIS app
   Download Early alert app

Clear Bag Policy for Harrison Auditorium

In an effort to enhance public safety, Harrison Auditorium has modified its security policy by limiting the size and style of bags allowed in the Auditorium.
   
   Approved Bags
   • Clear Tote – Plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12″x6″x12″
   • Plastic Storage Bag – Clear, one (1) gallon, resealable
   • Small Clutch Purse – Approximately the size of a hand with or without a handle or strap. No larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″ with or without a handle or strap. Can be carried separately or within an approved plastic bag.

An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose. Please limit the number of items you bring to the facility on event days.
   
   Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:
   • All purses, bags or containers larger than a small clutch bag
   • Backpacks
   • Binocular case – Binoculars may be worn around the neck
   • Briefcases
   • Camera bags
   • Cinch bags
   • Computer bags
   • Coolers
   • Fanny packs
   • Luggage of any kind
   • Seat Cushions

Diabetes Speaker Series - Call for Presentations (monthly, ongoing)

Our campus Diabetes Speaker Symposium is officially recruiting individuals to lead monthly research talks. We would like to hear from faculty and/or student researchers who can provide a 30-45-minute presentation during the AY 2022-2023. Topics can range from diabetes research, to social/ psychological/behavioral determinants of health, to methodologies used in diabetes related research. Interested speakers please contact Dr. Jeannette Wade (jmwade1@ncat.edu) to discuss scheduling. For more information, visit the NCDRC website.

Quality Enhancement Plan Graduate Assistants

During the fall 2022 semester, Quality Enhancement Plan: Toward Enhanced Achievement in Mathematics (QEP: TEAM) graduate assistants are tutoring students enrolled in MATH 101, 102, 103, 104, 110, 111, 112, and 131. The purpose of QEP: TEAM is to improve student success in eight general education mathematics courses. Graduate assistants tutoring program is part of the QEP: TEAM student support initiative.
   
Lovie Matthews tutors in the Bluford Library on the 2nd Floor in Room 5 each week on Monday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 to 6 p.m., Thursday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Amel Hamidouche tutors online through Upswing (Upswing Tutoring) each week on Monday 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., Wednesday 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Strategic Priorities

The following focused priorities for 2022-23 reflect North Carolina A&T State University’s goal to perform and be recognized at the highest level of doctoral research universities. As we pursue new levels of competitiveness and impact, we continue to drive toward meeting

A&T PREEMINENCE 2023 key performance indicators (KPIs) for student success, while also advancing the research enterprise and institutional efficiency and effectiveness through operational improvements. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) are integrated throughout the priorities. All employees are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the university’s strategic priorities at here.

Fall 2022 Digital Learning Faculty Fellows

Would you like to discuss online teaching and digital tools? Need faculty feedback on embedding career competencies and micro-credentials into course design? Our Fall 2022 Digital Learning Faculty Fellows are here for peer consultations and support. Connect with these knowledgeable faculty during virtual office hours or weekly online teaching check-ins. Visit the Online Faculty Commons Community in Blackboard and click on the "Digital Learning Faculty Fellows" link in the navigation bar to connect.

Follow N.C. A&T on Social Media
Make sure to stay in the know! Get the latest information, updates, news and activities. Follow N.C. A&T on all social media platforms. Visit here.

As gas tax that supports a well-functioning transportation system has become unsustainable over the last decade, the Eastern Transportation Coalition, a partnership of 17 states and Washington D.C., needs your help to explore an alternative approach, called a Mileage-Based User Fee (MBUF), where each driver pays for the miles they drive instead of the fuel they buy.

To better understand how an MBUF program could work, the Coalition is conducting a FREE Pilot Program in North Carolina and they want N.C. A&T students, faculty, and staff to join and tell them their perception of MBUF and its impact on our communities. Please see more information and sign up on this link. Your voice matters for new upcoming statewide transportation initiative!

COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination/Boosters Available
The A.V. Blount Jr. Student Health Center is available for COVID-19 testing Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

COVID-19 vaccines are also available at the Student Health Center Pharmacy Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 2-4 p.m. daily. 

Counseling Services has partnered with an online service called TogetherAll to provide 24/7 support to students. Students can register with their Aggie email, provide quick demographical information (can also remain anonymous) and in 3 minutes have access to a counselor at any time. The service also provides mental health resources, peer support communities, creative outlets and more.

Aggies students, current alumni, and graduating seniors: it's time to DREAM BIG and Explore The Extraordinary for the 2022-23 academic year!

-Do you want to become a leader and gain a network of global peers at the U. of Oxford in England as a Rhodes Scholar?
-Would you like to pursue an independent project, earn a postgraduate degree, or help foreign students learn about America while learning English as a Fulbright Program grantee?
-Are you interested in FULL FUNDING to learn a language, study or intern abroad, conduct independent projects/research, participate in leadership and graduate school preparation programs, earn a postgraduate degree, and more?

Get in contact with Ms. Alsace Gallop in NCAT Extraordinary Opportunities: acgallop@ncat.edu. Stay tuned now through next semester for required campus deadlines, advising deadlines, and information sessions.

Learn STEM Skills and Credentials with Digital Badge Program
N.C. A&T is starting a digital badge program, funded by the National Science Foundation, to enable undergraduate students to increase their STEM skills through mentorship programs, experiential learning activities, research opportunities, scholarships, and more.

The ASETTS program will connect students to researchers, professionals, and alumni from STEM‐related fields currently working in transportation careers and give students extra credentials to increase their marketability and secure employment after graduation.

Treasurer's Office - Receipt Processing – Dec. 19-22

With the Winter break upon us we are reaching out to remind you to submit your receipts for processing as soon as possible. Due to maintenance of the steam line next week, our office will be operating on the reduced hours of 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
   
All receipts and transactions must be completed during this time frame. Please note all items must be submitted by 1 p.m. on Wednesday Dec. 21, 2022 to ensure they are processed for End of Month by Thursday Dec. 22, 2022.

Paid Summer 2023 and 2024 Development (The Washington Program) Important Date – Jan. 15, 2023

The Washington Program, part of The Institute for Responsible Citizenship, invites the nation’s best and brightest African American sophomore (second-year) male college students to apply for a paid and rigorous two-summer experience that includes high-level internships in a field of interest, an intensive academic seminar, professional development workshops, private briefings with national leaders, and a wide variety of social activities.
   
   *Applications are due by Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023; applicants may email application drafts to Alsace Gallop (acgallop@ncat.edu) by Dec. 14 for feedback. Applicants can also learn about "externally funded extraordinary opportunities (EOs), such as the Rhodes Scholarship, the Fulbright Program grant, and the Truman Scholarship here.
   
   *Faculty and staff, please share this notice with talented students you know and consider providing one of their two strong and compelling letters of recommendation.
   
   *More than 250 young men have participated in the Institute and have gone on to careers in politics, law, medicine, ministry, academia, tech, and business. Program alumni include 5 Rhodes Scholars (including 2 this year), 2 Fulbright Scholars and numerous Ph.D., M.D., J.D., and MBA holders and more.

Poultry Pack 4-H Club

The mission of the Poultry Pack 4-H Club is to increase knowledge about poultry science through educational programs and provide the youth a variety of opportunities to engage in hands-on poultry youth programs like 4-H Avian Bowl, 4-H Poultry Judging, 4-H Embryology, and the Youth Market Turkey Show. This aligns with the 4-H mission to help youth grow and develop through learn-by-doing experiences. Parents are welcome to bring your children ages 6-16. We meet the first Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. at the Poultry Unit of the University Farm (2924 McConnell Road). If interested, please send an email to Mark Paylor (mpaylor@ncat.edu) or Yewande Fasina (yfasina@ncat.edu).

Laboratory Animal Resource Unit Renovation – Jan. 1, 2023 to Sept. 1, 2024

Suspension of use of Laboratory Animal Resource Unit (LARU). On Sept. 20, 2021, the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (CAES) was awarded a $5.1 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to renovate and modernize the Laboratory Animal Resource Unit (LARU). Presently, the facility is scheduled to undergo renovation beginning May 2023. During this time, no animals can be housed in the vivarium to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all animals and vivarium personnel.

Effective immediately, grant submissions that require housing laboratory animals between the estimated timeframe of Jan. 1, 2023 – Sept. 1, 2024 should identify alternatives to LARU, as well as budget for the services required, as LARU will not be available. Investigators that currently house animals in LARU and/or were recently approved and funded to conduct animal research, will be provided temporary housing space to continue their research efforts. Further information regarding the relocation of the research animals can be obtained from Andrea Gentry-Apple, DVM, Director of the Laboratory Animal Resource Unit and Paulnisha Granger-Koonce, Administrator for the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee in the Office of Research Compliance and Ethics. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time of transition.

SAVE THE DATE: 2023 MLK Birthday Annual Commemoration – Jan. 18

This years’ theme for the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. commemoration is “Envisioning Our Future!”

North Carolina A&T State University will collaborate with the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Guilford Technical Community College and Guilford College to host the virtual MLK Celebration.

Location: North Carolina A&T State University, Harrison Auditorium at 7 p.m.

SAVE THE DATE: 2023 Dr. Ronald E. McNair Commemorative Celebration – Jan. 27

Come join us as we celebrate and commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Ronald E. McNair on Jan. 27, 2023. The celebration will include STEM poster presentations and the commemorative luncheon.
   
   Poster Presentation
   10:30-11:30 a.m.
   Student Center Room 213
   
   McNair Commemorative Luncheon Celebration
   noon-1:15 p.m.
   Student Center Deese Ballroom
   Registration required (link pending)
   
   Commemorative march to the McNair bust located at McNair Hall
   1:40 p.m. March begins at Student Center

2023 Community Engagement Awards

Nominations have opened for the 2023 Community Engagement Awards. The awards are for: 1) Community Engaged Teaching Award ($1000), 2) Community Engaged Research Award ($1000), and 3) [External] Community Partnership Award (N/A). Please submit your nomination by the deadline of March 1, 2023.

Introduction to the Center for Advanced Transportation Mobility

Watch A Brief Introduction to Center for Advanced Transportation Mobility (CATM) to learn more about the center and its efforts. Maranda McBride, Ph.D., professor of management and CATM director, explains the research, education, workforce development, and technology activities sponsored by CATM to accomplish the goal of identifying and disseminating solutions that address mobility challenges associated with the movement of both people and goods as well as other critical transportation issues.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please contact Counseling Services. Counseling Services provides trainings on suicide prevention. You can become a gatekeeper and save a life by recognizing the warning signs, offering hope, and referring others to seek professional assistance. Here are some resources on suicide prevention.

·         National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24 Hours) 1-800-273-8255
·         American Psychological Association (APA) http://www.apa.org/
·         Suicide warning signs http://www.apa.org/topics/suicide/signs.aspx
·         Speaking of Psychology: Preventing suicide http://www.apa.org/research/action/speaking-of-psychology/preventing-suicide.aspx
·         Suicide Prevention http://www.apa.org/advocacy/suicide-prevention/index.aspx